ReversiQuest2

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ReversiQuest2 is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Yokogosystems and was released on January 6, 2020. It received neutral reviews from players.

ReversiQuest2 is a single-player tactical JRPG with a battle system based on Reversi. Those good ole days of pixel art, characters, and sounds reminiscent of video games of the mid 90's. No need to know the previous ReversiQuest to enjoy ReversiQuest2! ●Sharpen Your Tactics!● Stay alert! Every move drastically turns the tide of the battle! Never give up, even on a verge of death - a victorious r…

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58%

Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

grinding9 negative mentions

The game features a unique battle system that creatively combines elements of Reversi and RPG mechanics, providing a refreshing gameplay experience.
The pixel art graphics and soundtrack are well-polished, contributing to a nostalgic JRPG feel that many players appreciate.
There are various types of pawns and strategic loadouts that allow for diverse gameplay and experimentation, enhancing the tactical depth.

The game suffers from excessive grinding, requiring players to replay levels multiple times to progress, which can become tedious.
As a mobile port, it lacks significant improvements over the PC version and has some bugs that affect gameplay, such as incorrect damage indicators.
The combat can feel repetitive over time, and the absence of a manual save function or exit button detracts from the overall user experience.

story
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
72%
14%
The story of Reversiquest2 follows a young man named Nym on a quest to save the world from evil after rescuing a mysterious woman named Imogen, but it adheres to a standard JRPG narrative structure. Players often find the story takes a back seat to grinding, with plot developments presented in brief snippets that can feel sparse due to the focus on repetitive missions. Overall, those seeking a deep narrative experience may be disappointed, as the gameplay prioritizes quest completion over story engagement.
- “Reversiquest2 follows the story of a young man named Nym who sets off on a journey across the island Othellia after saving a mysterious woman named Imogen.”
- “The story is pretty standard for JRPGs as you’ll be working to save the world against a great evil.”
- “Othellia’s world is split into various chapters, each of which has a number of mission areas for you to play through.”
- “The story is also only told in brief snippets at the start of each new area you visit, but you have to grind so much that you only see them every so often, and it feels like they aren’t really there for the majority of the game.”
- “I will admit that the story does take a slight back seat in this game because 90% of the time you’ll be grinding away in various areas.”
- “So, if you were expecting a tactical RPG with an in-depth story, you’ll likely be a bit disappointed in this area.”
grinding
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
90%
Players find the grinding in the game to be excessive and repetitive, leading to a lack of engagement as combat mechanics fail to evolve throughout the experience. The limited variety in soundtracks exacerbates the monotony, making long sessions feel tedious. Overall, the grind detracts from the story and enjoyment, with many reviewers expressing frustration over the game's drawn-out nature.
- “The need to go back and redo quests is not too grindy because they are fairly short.”
- “Grinding in this game feels rewarding, as each session brings me closer to my goals.”
- “The grind is balanced well, making it enjoyable rather than tedious.”
- “The combat feels weak the more that you progress due to a lack of new and interesting mechanics to keep me hooked. The game is unnecessarily grindy and drags on, and to top it all off, it’s a mobile port with little to no changes to the PC version; the only difference is the increase in price.”
- “For a game this long and grindy, it would’ve been nice to have a more extensive soundtrack while in combat.”
- “Even if there were some major overhauls to the PC version, the grindy and repetitive nature of the combat was sometimes unbearable and made me cut my sessions short while playing through this title.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
12%
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The gameplay is accessible and enjoyable, featuring strategic loadouts and a unique twist on classic board game mechanics, enhanced by nostalgic JRPG elements. However, some players find the combat becomes repetitive and grindy over time, with limited new mechanics introduced as the game progresses. Additionally, the mobile port lacks significant improvements over the PC version, leading to concerns about its value relative to its price.
- “And as far as its format, it's easy to get into and have fun with despite the board game mechanic.”
- “The artwork is fantastic, writing is good, level design is smart, and gameplay is a really unique take on this board game!”
- “Even though the price may seem a little bit heavy for what appears to be a relatively simple game, there is definitely a very interesting battle system and plenty of gameplay to justify its price.”
- “There's a lot to be found in the classic mechanics of the game it was based on, but this game fails to innovate and feels like a mere attempt to dress it up for a retro crowd.”
- “Several loadouts allow for strategic gameplay, but the overall execution feels clunky and unrefined.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
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The music in the game is generally well-received, fitting the environment and enhancing the overall experience with a polished soundtrack. However, players express disappointment over the lack of variety, particularly during combat, as the repetitive tracks can lead to boredom during extended grinding sessions.
- “When you’re traversing the map outside of combat, the soundtrack does well to represent the environment you're in; it's just a shame that 90% of your time will be in combat and not exploring the map.”
- “The music is fine; it fits well.”
- “Well polished UI/UX, nice pixel art, and a great soundtrack.”
- “For such a grindy game, I expected more variety in the soundtracks across different areas.”
- “After listening to the same set of soundtracks over and over again while grinding in the same areas, I was starting to get really bored of it.”
- “When you’re traversing the map outside of combat, the soundtrack does well to represent the environment you’re in; it's just a shame that 90% of your time will be in combat and not exploring the map.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
43%
43%
The graphics are praised for their colorful pixel art and detailed animations, showcasing a classical aesthetic that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate the fantastic artwork and smart level design, highlighting the unique visual style as a refreshing aspect of the game.
- “+ colorful spritework, animations, and a classical art style”
- “The graphics are in pixel art, and it looks rather nice.”
- “Pixel-styled graphics have a lot of detail put into them.”
- “+ Colorful sprite work, animations, and a classical art style.”